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… Childbirth: Strep Infections During Delivery On this page: Overview … cause symptoms. But if you pass the bacteria to your baby during the birth, it can cause serious health problems for … cause symptoms. But if you pass the bacteria to your baby during the birth, it can cause serious health problems for …
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… Hip Injuries, Age 11 and Younger On this page: Overview Check … and have other signs of pain. To better understand hip injuries, it may be helpful to know how the hip works. It's … the injured area if it causes pain. When to call for help during self-care Call a doctor if any of the following occur …
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… Managing Emotional Changes During Pregnancy On this page: Overview … It's important to take care of your body—and your emotions—during pregnancy. So don't hesitate to ask friends and … It's important to take care of your body—and your emotions—during pregnancy. So don't hesitate to ask friends and …
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… are a large group of viruses. Some types cause the common cold. Others cause more serious illnesses like Middle East respiratory syndrome (MERS) and … pregnancy, or if you are breastfeeding. Getting the vaccine during pregnancy can help protect both you and your baby. …
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… Pressure Injuries From Scuba Diving On this page: … What are pressure injuries from scuba diving? Scuba diving can expose you to … as you breathe compressed air. Pressure changes can cause injuries when you drop down into the water (descend) and …
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… Spinal cord injuries and back pain Last updated January 27, 2025 … together. In people with spinal cord injury, back pain is common. Spinal cord injury and low back pain can affect … pain Low back pain: Exercises to reduce pain … Spinal cord injuries and back pain …
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… Preventing injuries from physical activity Last updated November 30, … Injury prevention for children To keep children safe during physical activity and play, you can look to ensure … safe for the activity. Safe body Children can avoid most injuries by: Doing activities they’re physically prepared …
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… Anterior Cruciate Ligament (ACL) Injuries On this page: Health Tools Cause … with the lower leg bone . The ACL keeps the knee stable. Injuries range from mild, such as a small tear, to severe, … You can also tear it from getting hit around your knee during contact sports. Injuries like those from a car crash …
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… keeps the knee from bending inward. You can hurt your MCL during activities that involve bending, twisting, or a quick … will depend on how severe your injury is. Mild or grade 1 injuries usually get better in 1 to 3 weeks. You may only … with using crutches for a short time. Moderate or grade 2 injuries usually get better in about a month. You may need …
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… Abuse: Signs of Abuse-Related Injuries On this page: Overview Overview Most injuries are not caused by abuse. But bruises are often the … be explained or does not match the explanation. Repeated injuries occur. Explanations change for how the injury …